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One for anyone doubting that Esports is likely to play a big role in the gambling sector moving forward... With the main driver being quoted as 'plans to attract younger audiences to the Olympics', surely operators need to be increasingly mindful of this trend to guarantee consistent, future growth. #esports #gamblingsector #gaming #olympics #betting https://lnkd.in/envws38B

A fellow creator asked recently why I stick with my #freelance #journalism work. The main answer is simple: I can't put the work down. I most often pitch stories rather than take assignments, so I have the luxury of being free to seek out / connect with inspirational makers and doers who are shaping our community. There's another important reason I do the work, though: Networking, friends. While the work doesn't pay the same as #marketing, #communications, #PR, etc., it puts me in touch with decision makers and _helps them_ get their message out. That builds goodwill, and while it doesn't result in an immediate boost to my bottom line, the community benefits, and what goes around comes around 😉💡 In my experience, the average business leader doesn't have the patience for this kind of circuitous growth strategy. I pushed and pushed for this "tactic" when I worked for others, but I rarely got far. I put quotes around "tactic" because it's not really that -- I just believe in sharing good news and getting excited about people and orgs that are doing good. Takeaway: Sometimes, the only way to do what you absolutely feel you have to do is to take the reins and do it yourself. What world-changing thing are you just dying to do or try? For all our sakes: Don't wait any longer. Kansas City Pioneers + Boys & Girls Club of Lawrence, Kansas

Esports company NIP Group is creating a new division around game publishing. This new segment of the company will focus on esports-oriented games, including developing mini-games for social media platforms, mobile games, and PC games. The new division will aim to expand NIP Group’s digital entertainment ecosystem and strengthen its competition in gaming + capitalize on emerging trends. Hang ‘Allen’ Sui, NIP’s COO, will be leading this new group having close to 15 years of experience in gaming and esports. With other creator groups like OTK Media's Mad Mushroom + and Videogamedunkey's BIGMODE, as well as esports orgs jumping into other areas, it’ll be interesting to see how esports & creator orgs evolve their business models in the future. Follow #MoreMark for #Business content in #Gaming, #Esports, and #Creators

Esports presents a wealth of opportunities for brands and advertisers. Yet, despite its rapid growth and substantial investment, myths persist, creating barriers for brands exploring this dynamic space. In his latest article for CommunicateOnline our Regional Strategy Director, John Tippins, addresses five of the most common misconceptions, clearing the path for brands to not just enter, but thrive in the world of Esports - https://bit.ly/4ceN1CR #Gaming #Esports #MythBusting #UMMENAT #CommunicateOnline

I wrote about Blizzard's Overwatch 2 esports efforts last week, and one thing that stood out is how omnipresent Saudi Arabia is... - in 2022, Saudi Arabia announced a government-funded gaming company called Savvy and said it had bought esports orgs ESL/FaceIt for $1.5 billion - the new 2024 version of Overwatch 2 esports is an open competition (anyone can get on a team and compete) that runs on the FaceIt platform - the two in-person events for the Overwatch Champion Series this year will be held at Dreamhack (first was Dallas, next one's in Sweden). Dreamhack is part of ESL/FaceIt, now owned by Savvy - Overwatch is one of the games that'll be in July's Esports World Cup, a tournament in Riyadh and backed by the government. (Games from Riot, Capcom and others also involved; Sony is a co-sponsor) So, if you thought Saudi Arabia was all about spending its way into being the global leader for golf and boxing.. add esports to the list https://lnkd.in/eVGVNn6P

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Esports Charts & Streams Charts have partnered with publisher KRAFTON Inc. to support its upcoming esports initiatives. The partnership will see Esports Charts give Krafton access to Esports Charts’ Event Dashboard, which has historical data on past events and coverage of incoming tournaments. This collaboration “aims to leverage a holistic view of PUBG:Battlegrounds esports based on advanced analytics solutions”, according to Yevhenii Lokhtin of Esports Charts. Krafton will have access to viewership dynamics, channel performance, multilingual audience engagement, and more to optimize for esports viewership. Esports Charts have partnered with quite a few teams and gaming companies in the past, such as Ubisoft, Entity Gaming Private Ltd., MOONTON GAMES, Amazon, WePlay Studios, and others too. Follow #MoreMark for #Business content in #Gaming, #Esports, and #Creators!

The Future of Esports- Visionary Perspectives from Glazer Games' Founder Let's crunch some numbers: According to the latest projections from Newzoo, Esports revenue is on track to exceed $3 billion by 2025, captivating a global audience of over 577 million enthusiasts. But amidst the statistics lies the heartbeat of Esports—the stories of players who defy the odds, teams that overcome challenges, and communities that rally behind their champions. Flashback to the inception of Glazer Games: It all started with a dream, a passion for gaming, and a relentless drive to push boundaries. From those early days of bootstrapping tournaments in cramped basements to now, where our community spans continents, the journey has been nothing short of exhilarating. At Glazer Games, we are bringing diverse talent to pioneering groundbreaking gameplay experiences, our mission is to shape the future of Esports by providing professionalism in the industry—one game at a time. Let's embark on a journey beyond the ordinary, where pixels collide and legends are born—welcome to the world of Esports, where Glazer Games is carving out its own path to greatness! Together, let's redefine what it means to play, compete, and thrive in the world of gaming. #Esports #GamingFuture #Innovation #GlazerGames

Watching people play video games in your free time may seem very strange for non-gamers, but it is one of the fastest growing entertainment methods globally.    According to Newzoo, Esports earned about USD 1.3 billion in 2022, and some projections see it getting to USD 4.5 billion in 2030 according to Cognitive Market Research.    This is quite interesting because who would have imagined it?! Especially due to the image that video games and gamers had back in the industry’s early days!   But it also presents opportunities for the seasoned investor. Esports teams have the chance to earn from their winnings and brand deals similar to all other professional sports teams. At a higher level, there is a chance to bring teams together for tournaments and leagues that attract viewership from all over the world.    And that’s beyond developing the games themselves, making and selling gaming hardware, and even setting up betting platforms specifically for Esports.   The opportunities are limitless, and the growth is likely to accelerate over the next few years as more and more people jump on the video games bandwagon, and streamers find more eyeballs. #esports #gaming #investment